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Freelance hourly rates in Australia
239 records from freelancers who reported a location in Australia. Compare roles below; the mix of occupations affects the overall country number.
Median / hour (USD)
$90
Middle 50% / hour
$63–$125
Roles with 5+ records
15
15 roles · All rates in USD per hour · Middle 50% = 25th–75th percentile
| Role | Median / hr | Middle 50% | Records |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontend EngineerEngineering & technology | $80 | $61–$80 | 34 |
| Fullstack EngineerEngineering & technology | $70 | $50–$150 | 26 |
| Web DeveloperEngineering & technology | $100 | $51–$150 | 25 |
| UX DesignerDesign & creative · Small sample | $80 | $65–$110 | 15 |
| Senior Software EngineerEngineering & technology · Small sample | $66 | $50–$82 | 14 |
| Data EngineerData & analytics · Small sample | $109 | $75–$125 | 12 |
| Backend EngineerEngineering & technology · Small sample | $95 | $90–$100 | 8 |
| IT ConsultantEngineering & technology · Small sample | $37 | $24–$50 | 8 |
| CopywriterMarketing & writing · Small sample | $100 | $80–$100 | 7 |
| CTOEngineering & technology · Small sample | $193 | $100–$193 | 7 |
| Systems EngineerEngineering & technology · Small sample | $165 | $165–$195 | 7 |
| Project ManagerBusiness & operations · Small sample | $149 | $148–$150 | 6 |
| AnimatorDesign & creative · Small sample | $140 | $140–$140 | 5 |
| Devops AdminEngineering & technology · Small sample | $100 | $100–$140 | 5 |
| SEO ConsultantMarketing & writing · Small sample | $129 | $12–$129 | 5 |
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Rates are in USD, including legacy records with no currency label. Country is the reported freelancer location, not client location or nationality. Historical data is included; samples are not representative surveys.
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